Dr. Nicholas Butler, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Butler, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nicholas Butler, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Butler completed his residency at Brown University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Butler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butler’s office at (617) 936-6156.
Where did Dr. Butler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Oregon Health & Science University/Uveitis & External Disease | Univ Oregon, Uveitis/Immunology
Residency: Brown University Affiliated Hospitals | Rhode Island Hospital
Is Dr. Butler board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Butler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2010
What languages does Dr. Butler speak?
Dr. Butler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Butler treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Butler diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Butler. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Senile Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Steroid-Induced Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Steroid-related eye pressure
- High eye pressure from steroids
- Corticosteroid-induced glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40043: Steroid responder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cicatricial Pemphigoid
- Pemphigus
- Mucous membrane pemphigoid
- Benign mucous membrane pemphigoid
- Scarring pemphigoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- L121: Cicatricial pemphigoid
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Which procedures does Dr. Butler perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicholas Butler may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Butler's office.
Does Dr. Butler accept my insurance?
Dr. Butler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 936-6156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butler accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Butler in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Butler's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Butler's Primary Practice
800 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 936-6156
Dr. Nicholas Butler's Practice 2
150 S Huntington Ave
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(857) 364-4635
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Butler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356568539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butler
What is Dr. Nicholas Butler's specialty?
Dr. Butler is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Butler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Butler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Butler is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jamaica Plain Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Nicholas Butler accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Butler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Butler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (617) 936-6156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Butler?
Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (617) 936-6156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Butler have?
Dr. Nicholas Butler is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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